- By Kashish Rai
- Fri, 18 Oct 2024 10:53 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Kartik Month 2024 Calendar: The auspicious Kartik Maas began on 17th October 2024 and will end on 15th November 2024. In Hinduism, Kartik Maas is considered one of the most sacred months. This auspicious month commemorates Lord Krishna's divine pastimes, particularly Damodar Lila. Devotees observe spiritual disciplines, such as chanting, meditation, and charity, to seek Krishna's blessings. The month is also associated with festivals like Diwali and Govardhan Puja. Kartik Month's significance lies in its potential for spiritual growth, purification, and self-refinement. By performing sacred rituals, devotees can strengthen their bond with Krishna, attain inner peace, and experience profound devotion. This month's sacred energies amplify the effects of spiritual practices, making it an ideal time for introspection and spiritual rejuvenation.
The Hari Bhakti Vilasa, 16/39,40 states that,
“na kartika samo maso na krtena samam yugam
na veda sadrsam na tirtha gangaya samam
kartikah pravaro maso vaisnavanam priyah sada
kartikam skalam yastu bhaktya sevate vaisnavah”
This means that Kartik Month is unparalleled in spiritual significance, surpassing all other months. Similarly, Satya-yuga, the Vedas, and the Ganges River hold unmatched prominence. As the foremost month, Kartik is deeply revered by Vaishnavas. To honour its greatness, Vaishnavas dedicate themselves to fervent devotion and selfless service to the Supreme Lord during this sacred period.
Check out the list of significant fasts and festivals falling in the auspicious month of Kartik below:
Several significant festivals take place in the Hindu month of Kartik, including - Dhanteras, Diwali, Bhaiya Dooj, among others. (Image Source: Canva)
Kartik Month 2024: Kartik Month Festival Calendar; List Of Important Vrat/Tyohar
| DATE | DAY | FESTIVAL/EVENT |
| 20th October 2024 | Sunday | Karwa Chauth, Vakratunda Sankashti Chaturthi |
| 24th October 2024 | Thursday | Ahoi Ashtami, Radha Kund Snaan |
| 28th October 2024 | Monday | Govatsa Dwadashi, Rama Ekadashi |
| 29th October 2024 | Tuesday | Dhanteras, Pradosh Vrat |
| 30th October 2024 | Wednesday | Kali Chaudas |
| 31st October 2024 | Thursday | Naraka Chaturdashi |
| 1st November 2024 | Friday | Darsh Amavasya, Anvadhan, Kartik Amavasya, Lakshmi Puja, Diwali |
| 2nd November 2024 | Saturday | Goverdhan Puja |
| 3rd November 2024 | Sunday | Bhaiya Dooj |
| 6th November 2024 | Wednesday | Labh Panchami |
| 7th November 2024 | Thursday | Chhath Puja |
| 9th November 2024 | Saturday | Gopashtami |
| 10th November 2024 | Sunday | Akshaya Navami |
| 11th November 2024 | Monday | Kamsa Vadh, Bhishma Panchak Begins |
| 12th November 2024 | Tuesday | Dev Uthani Ekadashi |
| 13th November 2024 | Wednesday | Tulsi Vivah, Pradosh Vrat |
| 14th November 2024 | Thursday | Vaikuntha Chaturdashi, Vishveshwar Vrat |
| 15th November 2024 | Friday | Manikarnika Snan, Dev Dipawali, Kartik Purnima, Anvadhan |